Pasig RTC cancels passports of Harry Roque, Cassandra Ong

The Pasig City Regional Trial Court has ordered the cancellation of the passports of former Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque and Cassandra Li Ong, Prosecutor General Anthony Fadullon confirmed to GMA News Online.

The two are co-accused in the human trafficking case for their alleged links to the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator hub Lucky South 99 Corporation in Pampanga.

Roque is reportedly seeking asylum in the Netherlands. Ong has reportedly left the Philippines.

Roque to file MR

In a video posted on his Facebook, Roque said the ruling is not yet final, and that he would file a motion for reconsideration.

"That's not yet final. I have 15 days to file a motion for reconsideration, and I will file one," he said.

He also said he has a right to seek asylum under international laws.—Joahna Lei Casilao/LDF, GMA Integrated News